The Remote Hike To Cinnamon Mountain In Montana Winds Through Patches Of Forest To An Old Fire Lookout
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Jessica Wick
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Nothing cures a bad day (or a lingering case of cabin fever) like breathing in the fresh, Montana air, preferably away from everyone else in the world. If you happen to be near Big Sky, the eight-mile Cinnamon Mountain Trail delivers all that and more. If the incline doesn’t take your breath away, the views definitely will.
If you're a fairly experienced hiker and you're up for a bit of a challenge, you'll love where this trail takes you.
The climb starts out fairly gently, but expect steep switchbacks as you hike higher.
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It's easy to see why this trail is often used by people on horseback.
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Take your time on this hike -- you'll want plenty of time to take it all in.
Believe it or not, fire lookouts were not always placed on the highest points of these trails. It's more of a matter of picking a spot that has the best 360-degree views.
While it was renovated in 1999, it is currently empty and public access is not allowed.
Pack a picnic lunch and plenty of water, because you're going to want to stay as long as possible.
The Cinnamon Mountain Trail is open all year, but it’s best enjoyed in the summer at the peak of wildflower season.
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